Alan Wosky

AGAWAM — Belt Technologies, a manufacturer of PureSteel custom metal belt conveyor solutions, announced the retirement of President Alan Wosky after more than three decades of leadership.

A Navy veteran who served as a machinist mate 1st class qualified in naval nuclear power plants, Wosky has been central to the company’s growth, innovation, and engineering excellence. He guided Belt through major advancements in precision metal belt systems, expansion into global markets, and the development of a strong technical culture that continues to define the company today.

“Working at Belt Technologies has been the privilege of my career,” Wosky said. “My years in the Navy taught me discipline, problem solving, and the value of teamwork, and those lessons have shaped how I approached leadership at Belt. I am proud of what we have built together and confident that the company is well-positioned for the future.”

Belt Technologies CEO Denis Gagnon praised Wosky’s longstanding contributions. “Al’s leadership has shaped Belt in ways that will last far beyond his tenure,” Gagnon said. “His engineering expertise, commitment to quality, and steady approach to operations have strengthened our company and our relationships with customers worldwide. We thank him for his service to Belt and to our country and wish him the very best in his retirement.”

Following his retirement, Wosky’s responsibilities have been assumed by the Belt management team, with oversight from Rich Lunden, director of Engineering.

AGAWAM — Belt Technologies, a manufacturer of PureSteel custom metal belt conveyor solutions, announced that Ryan Elliott has joined the company as vice president of Operations. Based in Agawam, Elliott will oversee operations at both Belt Technologies and its Canadian sister company, Wire Mesh Belt.

With more than 20 years of experience in the metals and manufacturing industries, Elliott brings a strong background in both engineering and executive leadership. He previously served as president of aerospace components manufacturer HarcoSemco and president of Deringer-Ney, a producer of precious metals and components. Earlier in his career, he held roles across commercial, engineering, and senior leadership positions.

At Belt Technologies, Elliott is responsible for overseeing the operational activities of both plants, directing the companies to achieve their production and financial targets. He works closely with manufacturing, purchasing, and quality teams to maximize resources and ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded. Key areas of focus include integrating Wire Mesh Belt into Belt Technologies’ systems and culture, driving improvements on the factory floors and fostering open communication across the workforce.

“Ryan’s leadership will have a direct impact on both Belt Technologies and Wire Mesh Belt as we continue to deliver high-quality solutions for industries worldwide,” said Denis Gagnon Jr., CEO of Belt Technologies. “His experience and vision will strengthen our operations and support our customers in meeting the most demanding production challenges.”

Elliott earned dual degrees in materials science and physics from Alfred University and holds multiple patents related to advanced materials applications.

AGAWAM — Belt Technologies, manufacturer of PureSteel custom metal belt conveyor solutions, has been Great Place to Work certified for the second year in a row.

Great Place to Work is a global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue and increased innovation. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Belt.

“We are excited to have again earned this designation, as we have an ongoing commitment to ensure our employees feel valued, safe, and engaged,” said Denis Gagnon Jr., CEO of Belt Technologies. “We earned high marks across the board. For example, 100% of our employees agreed that they were made to feel welcome when they joined us, a standard we want to uphold. We also received valuable feedback on areas where we can still improve.”

Great Place to Work certification recognizes employers that create outstanding employee experiences. Becoming certified is a two-step process that includes surveying employees and completing a questionnaire about the company’s workforce dynamics, policies, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.

In order to gain certification, a business needs to score a minimum of 65% on its evaluation. The average score for a company evaluation is 57%. Belt achieved a score of 93%.

“Great Place to Work certification is a highly coveted achievement that requires consistent and intentional dedication to the overall employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of Global Recognition at Great Place to Work. “By successfully earning this recognition, it is evident that Belt Technologies stands out as one of the top companies to work for, providing a great workplace environment for its employees.”

AGAWAM — Belt Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of custom metal belt conveyor solutions for more than 50 years, was honored at the sixth annual Manufacturing Awards Ceremony hosted by the Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Caucus at the Massachusetts Manufacturing Mash-Up event. More than 600 people attended the event, which was organized by Mass Tech Collaborative and held at Polar Park in Worcester on Sept. 28.

“We were honored to be recognized as a leading manufacturer in Massachusetts,” said Denis Gagnon, CEO of Belt Technologies. “We have been innovating for more than five decades and fortunate to have grown, adding several jobs here in Massachusetts over the past year. Thank you to Senator John Velis for seeing the great work we do and nominating us for this award.”

Velis added, “I was proud to nominate Belt Technologies Inc. of Agawam to be honored at the ceremony. During the onset of the pandemic, Belt Technologies stepped up to support PPE production lines for all of our frontline workers. They have been a strong force in our region’s workforce development, and I had the pleasure of visiting them last year.”